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Shosaku Kondo / SK Lamp / Tent

Shosaku Kondo / SK Lamp / Tent

Revival of the “Bamboo Pendant Light” Series That Defined 1960s Japanese Design

This pendant lamp, originally designed by Shosaku Kondo in the 1960s, has been faithfully reproduced. Production had ceased in 2008 due to the aging of skilled artisans, but in 2015, the design and weaving technique were passed on to young bamboo craftsmen in Beppu, based on full-scale original templates, allowing for its revival.

The integrated shade, crafted from woven bamboo in a four-eye pattern and molded acrylic, showcases the bamboo surface on the interior, creating elegant curves with the material’s natural tension. Designed over 50 years ago, this lighting piece continues to captivate with its timeless appeal.

    *This light system is suitable up to 110V. Only shade without the light system can be sold for the customers outside Japan. Please contact us for the details.

    Brand | METROCS

    Designer | Shosaku Kondo

    Year of Design | 1969

    Dimensions

    Φ 430 x H 200 mm
    Cord Length : 1 m (cord adjuster attached)
    Weight : 0.5 kg

    Materials

    Bamboo, Opaque Acrylic
    Type: Hook Sealing Plug
    Suitable Light Bulb: E26 60W (the light bulb is not attached)


    *This light system is suitable up to 100V. Only shade without the light system can be sold for the customers outside Japan. Please contact us for the details.

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    ships in 2–3 days

    ¥65,000 JPY
    ¥65,000 JPY
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    METROCS

    METROCS is a furniture brand established in Japan in 2002, passing masterpiece design items to future generations. Collaborated with designers and their foundations, we revive and commercialize historical design products. Our mission is to discover buried “truly high-quality product”, and pass its ingenuity, sincerity and stories hidden in the materials, parts and construction method, down in perpetuity.

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    Shosaku Kondo [1927-2021]

    Born in Niigata Prefecture, he began training in bamboo craftsmanship in 1945 and opened his own studio in 1961. In 1982, he received the Kunii Kitaro Japan Industrial Art Award, which formed the foundation of today’s industrial design and brought many new talented people into the world of modern design. Today he is known as the leading authority on lighting made from bamboo. Incorporating the ideas of industrial design, his works which utilize on the characteristics of the materials have a large influence of modern craft design. As a designer, craft artist, and artisan he has received high praise both at home and abroad.

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